Governor John Bel Edwards is hosting a meeting at the State Capitol this morning with community leaders and law enforcement officials in response to the pending Department of Justice announcement concerning the Alton Sterling case. The group is expected to talk about how relationships between residents and police officers can improve.

A poll on the third district Congressional race shows law enforcement officer, Captain Clay Higgins, is leading Public Service Commissioner Scott Angelle in the runoff between two Republicans. Higgins is at 49-percent, while Angelle is at 42-percent. Pollster Robert Cahaly says this is a hard fought race between establishment Republicans and Trump supporters….
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In the 4th district congressional race, the poll finds Republican Mike Johnson has a huge lead over Democrat Marshall Jones.

LSU scientists have found the first evidence of Deepwater Horizon oil in a land animal—the Seaside Sparrow. LSU School of Renewable Natural Resources Professor Phillip Stouffer says they believe the oil got into the birds’ system, because they are feeding off the marsh and the oil is trapped in the marsh…
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Researchers also found that the direct exposure to the oil could be damaging the birds’ reproductive systems.

The average price for a Thanksgiving dinner will be $49.79, which is slightly less than the national average. That’s according to the Louisiana Farm Bureau. Denise Canatella, who is the chair of the Farm Bureau’s Women Committee, says the low prices are a testament to farmers hard work following the floods and drought conditions they’ve dealt with this year…
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Canatella says Louisiana shoppers can expect to pay less for sweet potatoes, stuffing, pumpkin pie mix, and pie shells.

Governor John Bel Edwards was elected into office one year ago today. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat says the governor has had quite the year. He says he’s had some successes, including the approval of a higher sales tax that prevented the state from bigger budget cuts.
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Pinsonat says expect Edwards to deal with budget issues for the remainder of his time in office.

A new poll on the U.S. Senate runoff finds Republican John Kennedy with a huge lead over Democrat Foster Campbell. Kennedy leads Campbell 58-to-35 percent in the Trafalgar survey. Pollster Robert Cahaly says there are some national analysts who believe Campbell has a chance, because Edwards beat Republican David Vitter in last year’s governor’s race…
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The cost of a Thanksgiving dinner is slightly below the national average. Halen Doughty has more…
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We’re seeing a light freeze across much of Louisiana this morning. But it will warm up to a high around 70. A marginal risk for severe weather in northwest Louisiana tomorrow.

LSU Athletic Director Joe Alleva sent out a letter describing what qualities he’s looking for in a new head football coach. Tiger Rag Associate Editor James Moran says Alleva might’ve issued this letter because he’s tired of hearing a lot of misinformation and speculation that’s circling. He believes this also points to the fact that a resolution is coming down very soon…:
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Governor John Bel Edwards delayed an 18-million dollar cut to public universities as part of his plan to resolve Louisiana’s 313 million dollar budget shortfall. Prairieville Representative Tony Bacala spoke at a budget meeting and says he doesn’t understand why higher ed is taking most of the cuts while the Department of Health isn’t taking any.
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The Public Service Commission has approved Entergy’s request to build a new plant in St. Charles Parish. Entergy Spokesperson Michael Burns says the power from this plant could meet the city of New Orleans’ needs on the hottest day of the year. He says Entergy customers can expect slightly higher bills…
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The plant is estimated to cost 869 million dollars and will be up and running by 2019.

A Rapides Parish judge has denied bail for the former Monroe TV personality, Mr. Wonder due to the severity of his crimes. Frank Selas III fled the state after allegedly sexually assaulting multiple children nearly 40 years ago. The 77-year-old was caught in Califorina in January and extradited back to Louisiana. Selas has been charged with multiple counts of aggravated rape and sexual battery among other charges and he’s pleaded not guilty to all.

Governor John Bel Edwards has delayed an 18-million dollar cut to higher education as part of his plan to eliminate a 313 million dollar budget shortfall. The decision was made by the governor after lawmakers expressed concerns at a budget meeting regarding additional funding cuts to public colleges. Monroe Representative Katrina Jackson asks for another month to determine if there are other ways to cut the budget.
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The Public Service Commission has approved Entergy’s request to build a 869 million dollar plant in St. Charles Parish. The plant is set to be up and running by June of 2019. Entergy Spokesperson Michael Burns says this power will be used throughout southeast Louisiana and meet the increased demand along the Mississippi River.
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LSU Athletic Director Joe Alleva sent a letter to Tiger fans explaining the qualities he’s looking for when hiring a new head football coach. He said the guidelines include integrity, work ethic, relentless recruiter and accomplished leader. Tiger Rag Associate Editor James Moran says one item stuck out.
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Moran said a letter like this would be what any athletic director would look for in a coach.

The Louisiana Holiday Trail of Lights begins tonight in north Louisiana. Executive Director of the Webster Parish Convention and Visitors Bureau Lynn Dorsey says in Minden there will be a fasching festival, a German celebration similar to Mardi Gras to celebrate the town’s German heritage. She says all the lights turn on at dusk tonight.
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The Restore Louisiana Task Force passed a resolution unanimously recommending low income and the disabled be the first to receive the first round of the state’s 438 million dollars of disaster assistance. The task force suggests sending their flood assistance plan to the Department of Housing and Urban Development and HUD could issue spending requirements by as early as next week.

LSU Athletic Director Joe Alleva has sent a letter to Tiger fans outlining the qualities he’s looking for in a new football coach. Jeff Palermo reports..
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Entergy’s request to construct a new 869 million dollar plant in St. Charles Parish has been approved by the Pulbic Service Commission. Entergy Spokesperson Michael Burns says the plant will be modern and highly efficient and will save customers billions.
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The plant is scheduled to be up and running by June of 2019.

The Louisiana Holiday Trail of Lights begins today across north Louisiana. Executive Director of the Webster Parish Convention and Visitors Bureau, Lynn Doresy, says multiple festivals are held in Alexandria-Pineville, Monroe-West Monroe, Shreveport-Bossier, Minden and Natchitoches.
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For more information about festivals throughout north Louisiana, go to HolidayTrailOfLights.com.

LSU Athletic Director Joe Alleva has sent a letter to Tiger fans outlining the qualities he’s looking for when hiring a new head football coach. He said the guidelines include integrity, work ethic, relentless recruiter and accomplished leader. Tiger Rag Associate Editor James Moran says one of the items in Alleva’s letter stuck out.

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Moran said a letter like this would be what any athletic director would look for in a coach.

An arrest has been made in the case of the shooting at Southern University. Baton Rouge Police say 20-year-old Larry McCray has been charged with attempted first degree murder, after he allegedly left a 19-year-old in critical condition with a gunshot wound to the chest. Authorities say Thursday night’s shooting was the result of an armed robbery gone wrong. Police say the investigation is ongoing, and more arrests could be made.

Governor John Bel Edwards has delayed an 18-million dollar cut to public colleges, at the request of legislators, who expressed concern about another cut to higher ed. Monroe Representative Katrina Jackson asks for another month to see if there’s a way they can cut the budget, without impacting universities.

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The cuts is part of the governor’s plan to eliminate a $313 million budget deficit.

The Public Service Commission has approved Entergy’s request to build a new 869 million dollar plant in St. Charles Parish. Entergy Spokesperson Michael Burns says they’re investing in the future of Louisiana. He says it will be a modern, highly efficient plant and will save customers billions.

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The plant is scheduled to be up and running by June of 2019.